1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | 1600 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
